Ferry port · Scotland
Ferries from Kirkwall
We cover 2 ferry connections from Kirkwall. Each route has its own page with a live timetable and current fares.
Overview
From Kirkwall in Scotland there are 2 ferry connections: to Aberdeen, Lerwick.
The shortest crossing takes around 6 hrs (to Aberdeen), the longest around 7 hrs 45 min (to Lerwick).
These routes are operated by Northlink Ferries.
Timetables and current prices are shown on each route page.
Connections from this port
| Destination | Country | Crossing time | Operators | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | Scotland | 6 hrs | Northlink Ferries | Timetable & prices → |
| Lerwick | Scotland | 7 hrs 45 min | Northlink Ferries | Timetable & prices → |
Operators from Kirkwall
These operators serve routes from Kirkwall.
- Northlink Ferries to Aberdeen, Lerwick
Key facts
- Country
- Scotland
- Sea region
- British Isles and Irish Sea
- Connections
- 2
- Operators
- 1
- Shortest crossing
- 6 hrs · Aberdeen
- Longest crossing
- 7 hrs 45 min · Lerwick
Crossing times and operators come from our own timetable archive.
Frequently asked questions about Kirkwall
Which ferry connections are there from Kirkwall?
We cover 2 connections from Kirkwall: Aberdeen, Lerwick.
Which operators sail from Kirkwall?
Operators from Kirkwall include Northlink Ferries.
How long is the shortest crossing from Kirkwall?
The fastest is to Aberdeen: about 6 hrs.
What is the longest crossing from Kirkwall?
The longest crossing goes to Lerwick and takes around 7 hrs 45 min.
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